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Boer

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Noun — A descendant of the Dutch settlers who colonized parts of South Africa, especially a farmer among them.

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Boer War Boer farmer

Etymology

From Afrikaans boer, "farmer," a doublet of the English words bauer, boor, and bower.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Boer” mean?

The word “Boer” means a descendant of the Dutch settlers who colonized parts of South Africa, especially a farmer among them. In plain terms, a term for the Dutch-descended farmers and settlers of South Africa.

How do you pronounce “Boer”?

“Boer” is pronounced baw (/boɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Boer” in a sentence?

Here is “Boer” used in a sentence: “The Boer farmers pushed inland to escape British rule.”

What part of speech is “Boer”?

“Boer” is a noun.

Where does the word “Boer” come from?

The word “Boer” comes from Afrikaans. From Afrikaans boer, "farmer," a doublet of the English words bauer, boor, and bower.

Is “Boer” a common word?

“Boer” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Boer” have?

“Boer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a descendant of the Dutch settlers who colonized parts of South Africa, especially a farmer among them.

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